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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Miss Kenton say when Stevens asks her about her letter?

2. What incident does Stevens recall?

3. Stevens remembers the visit of an ambassador from what country?

4. How is Mr. Farraday different from Lord Darlington?

5. What topic does Stevens bring up with Miss Kenton in the summerhouse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give five character traits for both Stevens and Miss Kenton. How are they similar? How are they dissimilar?

Essay Topic 2

Explain the narrative style of writing in the book. Who is the narrator? How is his character defined through this choice of writing style?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the unspoken attraction between Stevens and Miss Kenton. How does Miss Kenton try to get to know Stevens on a more personal level? Is she successful? Why or why not?

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